My Pope Philippines

Start the year bright and light as MY POPE PHILIPPINES brings you the most feel-good issue of the year. Live, Laugh and Love upon browsing thru the pages of this Jan-Feb issue and learn more on how to actively seek and be grateful on the good things that comes your way. Get these 8 tips on how to live a life full of bliss. Tickle your fancy with the pope’s funny side and his confidence in the uplifting “power of laughter”. And with love month just around the corner, My Pope Philippines features the secret to smoother and harmonious life by discovering the five love languages which affects all types of relationships between family members, friends and yes, even sweethearts.

For more heart-warming treat, My Pope Kids Jan-Feb 2018 issue shares tips on how to bond with your kids. Can be on a field trip, play cool games or create your own stuff. Also some trivia to add on to that knowledge and values raising your kids.

My Pope Philippines magazine, Jan-Feb issue is now available on all National book stores, 7 Eleven and partner newsstands nationwide for only P85 per copy. For more information, you may text/ call: (+63) 917 711-1818 or email us at subscription@mypope.com.ph. You may also check out our official social media pages- MY POPE PHILIPPINES. Like us on Facebook & follow us on Instagram and remember to always use the hashtag- #mypopeph.

My Pope Philippines Website will be lauched in April where exclusive news and photos of Pope Francis will be shared. Visit www.mypope.com.ph to know more on how to live your life to the fullest, and more content.

My Pope Philippines YouTube

We’re creating original video content and we’ll share them with you soon on YouTube! Watch your favorite personalities share tips on how to live a positive life, and stay tuned for weekly updates on Pope Francis. We might even surprise with some D.I.Y!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtRI-3I4WUnI4ZCmfLPvc7Q

Day-to-day Themes (weekly)

We’re introducing our day-to-day themes on social media to keep our followers engaged and to provide inspiration in all forms–from knowing what makes their favorite personalities happy to seeing trivia and feel-good articles on pop culture!

@mypopeph on social media, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

Love SM

It's the first day of the love month and what better and easy way to celebrate it is as 67 SM Supermalls nationwide Here are fun and lovable activities SM prepared for everyone:

1. Save as much as 5% when you buy Toblerone and Cadbury chocolates at SM Hypermart and Ferrero Rocher chocolate at SM Supermarket and Savemore Market.

2.  Add more thrill to a dinner date by buying discounted Carlo Rossi, Johnnie Walker, Fundador, Raffa Sparkling, and Smirnoff.

3.  Flowers abound at SM so you won't have to have a hard time buying elswhere.

4.  Get Buy 1 Take 2 on toddlers shirts and dresses, ladies' pants, cardigans and socks. You can also find storage boxes, drawers, stools, mattresses, stand fans, electric lunch boxes and steam iron.

5.  Select items gives you 2X more SM Advantage points.

6.  Date deals with couple dining offers, buy 1 take 1 and freebies  from January 28 to February 14.

7.  The Red Bazaar where couple shirts and other novelties are on two for one offer.

8.  Love Beats color-coded Valentines parties on February 3-4, 10 to 11 and 14.

9. Ny Request Serenades, acoustic in-mall performances which playlist can be requested online.

10.  All Heart Photo Stations where you can capture #SMoments at IG-worthy.

11. #LoveSM Stories digital promo:

WHAT'S YOUR UNFORGETTABLE LOVE STORY THAT HAPPENED AT SM? 

Share the firsts, the lasts, anything in between, the surprises, the heartbreaks, the little things, the new beginnings,

even endings! Let us become a witness to your #SMoments of love.

1. Register at www.smsupermalls.com

2. Share your story (#SMoments of love that happened at SM) 

Announcement of winner: Feb 14, 2018 -- we'll make this your #BestVdayEver

Prize: 3 WINNING STORIES will each receive P10,000 worth of shopping-date certificates! 

Kris Aquino for Healthy Family Purified Water

Kris Aquino signed contract with Ayala Corp. as the endorser of  Healthy Family Purified Water  last week at Seda Hotel.

It was an afternoon of laughter and insights about the Queen of Media's life as a mom, endorser, and celebrity.

The 24th floor of the hotel were filled with media, guests and also present at the event was Mr. Geodina V. Carpio, President of Manila Water Total Solutions. 

To know more about Healthy Family Purified Water or interested in becoming a distributor/partner, visit www.healthyfamily.com.ph or www.facebook.com/healthyfamilyph

Uncovering The Secrets of Vivo’s Success in 2017

There was just no stopping Vivo this 2017. The global smartphone brand proved to be the fastest growing in terms of popularity amongst the young and the hip crowd in the Philippines, settling itself on the third spot in the market beyond brands Apple, Huawei, LG, and Asus. To date, Vivo has at least 1.1 million users and 5,200 stores in the Philippines.

But before finding fame in the Philippines in early 2016, Vivo has already been named as one of the top 5 global smartphone brands and observed the highest year-over-year growth of 32% in global shipments. Vivo’s success remains unprecedented with 200 million Vivo global users and 19 overseas markets in 2017.

What made Vivo successful?

Vivo cares about its users, pushing the brand to constantly innovate and improve user experience. Vivo maintains six research and development centers and continuously improves their products. In order to ensure its top position in the technology and mobile phone arena, Vivo established a technical partnership and patent sharing with leading telecommunications equipment company Qualcomm.

In an aim to provide its users—mostly the young, selfie-centric generation, Vivo launched the world-leading 24MP front camera—one of the industry’s firsts with a special selfie soft light to cater to constant need to document one’s experiences anytime, anywhere, even in dimly lit environments.

Vivo took Sports marketing seriously in 2017

Vivo signed up NBA superstar Stephen Curry in mid 2017 to represent its equally first-rate brand. Likewise, the big-ticket brand became the official sponsor of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia which it heavily advertised in the entirety of 2017. In the Philippines, Vivo supported various sports events as co-presenter and sponsor of ABS-CBN NBA Philippines Season 2016 and 2017 and Season 2017 and 2018 of the NCAA Men’s Basketball and UAAP Men’s Basketball Season 80.  

  

Entertainment, lifestyle, and fashion were a spotlight for Vivo in 2017

Vivo’s entrance into the entertainment, lifestyle, and fashion scene were quite eventful in 2017. During the grand launch of the Vivo V7+, the biggest celebrities were formally introduced as the ambassadors for the brand with Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, and Julie Anne San Jose headlining the roster of these star influencers. All in all, Vivo Philippines launched 25 local brand endorsers: Maymay Entrata, BOYBANDPH, Kisses Delavin, Chienna Filomeno, Darren Espanto, Tony Labrusca, Inigo Pascual, Ashley Rivera, Barbie Forteza, Maris Racal, Kira Balinger, Loisa Andalio, Paul Salas, KZ Tandingan, Andrea Brillantes, TJ Monterde, Sassa Dagdag, McCoy, De Leon, Sue Ramirez, Verniece Enciso, Joyce Pring, and Jason Dy.

                       

Vivo also served as co-presenter of the 2018 Mega Fashion Week Spring Summer with their brand influencers Kathryn Bernardo and Kisses Delavin headlining the stylish event.

In order to reach out to more of the younger populace, Vivo mall and school tours were also in abundance with 59 mall tours nationwide featuring the Vivo brand influencers and 19 school tours in various colleges and universities in and out of Manila featuring the best bands and music artists.

             
     Vivo helps, heals, and cares

In December 2017, Vivo launched a touching tribute video for the freedom fighters of Marawi which garnered a total of 2.2 million views on the official Vivo Philippines Facebook page and 91,000 interactions. To follow through with their gratitude for the selfless heroism of the soldiers, Vivo paid tribute by way of a pre-Christmas CSR activity at the AFP Hospital. Vivo Philippines volunteers and Vivo brand influencers dropped by to spend time with the wounded soldiers of Marawi to give moral support. The Vivo group offered simple tokens and a bit of entertainment to the delight of the soldiers and their families. 

Vivo, indeed, maintained its momentum in the top tier of the mobile phone industry. This success can be attributed to the brands accurate consumer insight and creative marketing strategy. Vivo is relatable to the global young and hip consumers and is a reachable and serviceable brand anytime, anywhere.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at www.vivo.com/ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VivoPhil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivophil/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.

Mommy Mundo's Preschool Fair

It's that time of the year when parents start the search for the best preschool for their children. The importance of a good quality preschool cannot be overemphasized as it will be integral to any child's holistic growth and development!

Over the years, Mommy Mundo has always offered an avenue to help parents decide on the best preschool suitable for their children through Mommy Mundo’s Preschool Fair. This concept was one of the first events Mommy Mundo Founder, Janice Villanueva, started with when she launched her parenting advocacy events back in 2000. In this event, Mommy Mundo gathers top preschools in Manila, and ask them to showcase their portfolio through an interactive exhibit --- where parents and kids could come and learn more about the schools and raise questions or inquiries directly to the teachers & instructors.

This year's Preschool Fair will take place this January 27 (Saturday) at Top Shelf in Fully Booked, Bonifacio High Street, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The event will feature some of Manila’s top preschools for toddlers and young children. There will also be talks on early child development, developmental play, and technology use during the fair.

Inax Immersion at Okada

Since I started working two years ago, I rarely attend events to cover for this blog. Last night, I was the only one among the eight contributors available to cover for Inax Immersion at Okada Manila and I'm happy to have joined Tita Joy of www.occasionsofjoy.com because I've learned more about Inax, a world class Japanese technology in the world of  luxurious bath and toilet essentials. I can now recommend it to my superiors and clients.

The event was hosted by Marc Nelson and Rovilson Fernandez and was attended by top executives of Lixil, celebrities, architects, interior designers, guests and media.

I have personally experienced, in the elegance of its restrooms, Inaxfully-automated tank- less toilet system, its   automatic seat and cover with a built-in sensor to open and close its lid whenever it detects the presence of a user simply amazes the indulged guest. Inax Satis’ deodorizer kicks into action instantly. Another hands-free feature is competently demonstrated in its fully automatic flushing action where flushing will occur as soon as the user steps away from the toilet.

To know more about Inax and its fine bath products, email customerserviceph@lixil.com and to experience a remarkable stay in the heart of Manila, reserve rooms online at www.okadamanila.com or call +02 888-0777.

World’s First In-Display Fingerprint Smartphone by VIVO

World’s First In-Display Fingerprint Smartphone Ready for Mass Production At CES 2018, Vivo shows the world the first ready-to-produce smartphone featuring in-display fingerprint scanning technology, demonstrating its continued commitment to bringing an extraordinary user experience to consumers. This latest fingerprint scanning technology delivers a whole new mobile experience by enabling users to unlock their smartphone through one-touch fingerprint scanning directly on the smartphone display, while solving the industry’s challenge of providing a better and more convenient fingerprint authentication experience in future smartphones.

According to statistics from global consultancy Canalys, smartphone vendors shipped 22 million full-screen smartphones worldwide in the second quarter in 2017, up from 700,000 in the first quarter of this year. UBI Research predicted that bezel-less displays will grow in market share from 20% in 2017 to over 50% by 2020. Fingerprint recognition has long been one of the most common and well-known biometrics used to secure smartphones. As the industry moves into a new era of full-screen displays, it is natural that the fingerprint scanning technology needs to evolve to accommodate new user habits and demands for bigger screens without sacrificing user experience.

“With our efforts in extensive consumer research and long-term R&D investment, Vivo is well positioned to pioneer the development of fingerprint scanning technology. We first presented a prototype of our fingerprint scanning solution at MWC Shanghai 2017 based on an ultrasonic sensor, and have remained committed to realizing our vision for future smartphones,” said Alex Feng, Senior Vice President of Vivo. “Today’s showcase of a ready-to-produce in-display fingerprint scanning smartphone featuring an optical fingerprint sensor is a big leap forward in bringing consumers this long-awaited, futuristic mobile experience. We are very excited to make it available to consumers soon.”

Innovation that Delivers a New Level of User Experience

Vivo’s full-production smartphone is equipped with the industry-leading, world’s first in-display fingerprint scanning technology supported by global partner Synaptics.

Vivo In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology supports various usage scenarios beyond unlocking the smartphone, and is only activated when needed. A graphical UI will show up on Vivo’s smartphone screen in any scenario that fingerprint recognition is required, such as when the screen is off, during software unlocking, or even mobile payment authentication. Users can press the fingerprint graphic on the screen to perform unlocking, payment and other operations. When fingerprint recognition is not required, the UI will be invisible and will not disrupt the overall visual experience.

Vivo In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology outperforms other authentication solutions available for full-screen smartphones in many aspects. Compared to fingerprint sensors on the back of smartphones, Vivo In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology offers a more convenient operation without sacrificing the sleek and unified design of the smartphone. It also enables quick and secured authentication.

Full-screen displays are set to deliver a more immersive user experience for consumers as various interactions will be integrated and consolidated on the display. Vivo In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology replaces the physical fingerprint button on the screen, laying the foundation for a truly immersive experience.

The showcasing of the world’s first in-display fingerprint scanning smartphone ready for mass-production marks a significant leap forward in the industry’s development, taking users’ smartphone experience to a new level. The availability of Vivo’s first in-display fingerprint scanning smartphone will be announced in early 2018.